Athens to London flights

Direct Athens to London flights start from £21.

Seven airlines operate this route: Aegean Airlines, British Airways, easyJet, Jet2.com, Ryanair, Sky Express and Wizz Air.

When departing on Eleftherios Venizelos to London flights, you will use Athens International Airport (ATH). The airport has two terminals connected by an underground walkway, making it easy to navigate between them. Major carriers operate regular services from this facility to various London destinations.

Reaching the airport from the city centre is straightforward. Metro Line 3 connects the airport directly to the Port of Piraeus via central stations like Syntagma. Alternatively, the Suburban Rail links the airport with Athens Central Station, while multiple express bus routes provide 24-hour connections.

Your flights from Athens to London can land at several airports serving the UK capital:

• London Heathrow: 16 miles, Heathrow Express to Paddington Station (15 to 20 minutes), Elizabeth line and Piccadilly line
• London Gatwick: 29 miles, Gatwick Express to London Victoria (30 to 40 minutes)
• London Stansted: Stansted Express to Liverpool Street (40 minutes) and Terravision buses

The British Museum holds world-class collections and sits just a short walk from the West End theatres. For a mix of shopping and street performance, head to Covent Garden or the shops on Regent Street. Families should head to South Kensington for the Natural History Museum.

Walk across the Millennium Bridge from St Paul's to reach the Tate Modern. From there, follow the South Bank path toward Tower Bridge for the best views of the river. South Bank is perfect for a sunset stroll after a busy day of sightseeing.